Many of you know the rock star, Pat Scott, from the film. She was the School Homeless Liaison at Prosser who was featured in the film. We're saddened to learn that she was victim to the recent outrageous layoffs by Chicago Public Schools. Not onl ...
Posted Thursday, August 25th 2016 at 10:33AM
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We’re hitting the road for our sixth annual back-to-school bus tour, and earlier today we announced the eleven stops we’ll be making in seven states during the week of September 14. We’re really excited to be visiting the following locations:
•Woodl ...
Posted Thursday, August 25th 2016 at 10:14AM
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Inspired by Barack and Michelle Obama’s first date, SOUTHSIDE WITH YOU recounts the eventful summer day in 1989 when a young law firm associate named Barack Obama (Parker Sawyers) tried to woo lawyer Michelle Robinson (Tika Sumpter) during a daylong ...
Posted Wednesday, August 24th 2016 at 1:36PM
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Press RELEASE!: "I Saw You In His Eyes" by Agnes B. Levine (ebook) is available for purchase NOW in the Amazon Kindle Store for $9.99 - https://www.amazon.com/I-Saw-You-His-Eyes-ebo…/…/ref=sr_1_1…!
This is a story of courage, humility, and triumph ...
Posted Wednesday, August 24th 2016 at 1:16PM
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WASHINGTON, DC — In this week's address, President Obama commemorated the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service and encouraged Americans to "Find Your Park." First Lady Michelle Obama and Mrs. Laura Bush are serving as honorary ...
Posted Saturday, August 20th 2016 at 12:29PM
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I started my company three months ago. Each day I have been working towards getting businesses on board, and it was only two days ago that I had my third potential client meeting. Getting the product right and then convincing a large orga ...
Posted Saturday, August 20th 2016 at 12:18PM
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HOT OFF THE PRESS!
Pres. Obama discusses becoming a GLOBAL leader,
H&HS Sec. Sylvia Burwell on Social Media and the Zika Virus, USDE Sec. Dr. John King Announces Grant Competition, Nation-At-A-Glance Featuring FEMA, and much more inside!
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Posted Saturday, August 20th 2016 at 12:03PM
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Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson is visiting Baton Rouge to meet with state and local officials and review ongoing response and recovery efforts in areas affected by severe flooding. While in Baton Rouge, Secretary Johnson is parti ...
Posted Thursday, August 18th 2016 at 8:32PM
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Family and Community Engagement
ParentCamp: Improving Literacy Outcomes
The U.S. Department of Education is celebrating the first anniversary of ParentCamp with a focus on improving literacy outcomes for all students. This ParentCamp offers ...
Posted Thursday, August 18th 2016 at 12:50PM
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The U.S. Department of Education and the first lady's Reach Higher Initiative have partnered with Better Make Room to help us reach students where they are at and inspire them to go on to pursue a postsecondary degree. We invite you to learn about ...
Posted Thursday, August 18th 2016 at 12:04PM
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Have you ever wondered about pursuing a federal career? Are you interested in public service? Would you like to gain valuable work experience and help move the needle on education issues in this country?
The Department of Education may have oppo ...
Posted Wednesday, August 17th 2016 at 12:51PM
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) is inviting eight selected partnerships between institutions of higher education and non-traditional providers to participate in the EQUIP (Educational Quality through Innovation Partnerships) experiment.
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Posted Wednesday, August 17th 2016 at 12:03PM
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